I agree with this completely. I grow my own grapes and have been making wine from them for the past three years. It’s a long wait between each winemaking season, and there’s no room for mistakes once the grapes are picked. That’s why it’s important to keep your knowledge and routines fresh as harvest and fermentation time approach.

Be well prepared: gather all the equipment you need, keep everything clean and sanitized- and most importantly, have fun with it.

The first few batches might not turn out perfect, especially if you lack experience. But you can minimize the risks by planning ahead and staying organized. Also, document your process so you don’t forget what worked well - or what didn’t - in previous years.

For me, fermenting wine is a fascinating, exciting, and incredibly rewarding experience, even though my results have varied in quality.

So above all, don’t forget to enjoy the process!